2007 Vauxhall Vectra — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 73,898 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Vauxhall Vectra, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 70.5% was below the average for large family cars of a similar age (73.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 30.9% in the 150k+ group versus 23.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 15.9% | 11,729 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 14.2% | 10,517 |
| 3 | Brakes | 13.8% | 10,186 |
| 4 | Tyres | 6.6% | 4,899 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.4% | 4,733 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.1% | 4,512 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 6,024 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 5,301 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 4,342 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 3,410 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 3,259 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 3,194 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 38.4% | 28,339 |
| 2 | Suspension | 36.2% | 26,775 |
| 3 | Tyres | 31.0% | 22,885 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 22.0% | 16,248 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.3% | 12,055 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 15.9% | 11,782 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 414 | 23.4% |
| 30-60k | 3,601 | 23.1% |
| 60-90k | 13,558 | 28.0% |
| 90-120k | 23,164 | 29.7% |
| 120-150k | 18,617 | 30.5% |
| 150k+ | 14,413 | 30.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 45,400 | 29.8% |
| Diesel | 28,491 | 29.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 23,027 | 30.3% |
| 2022 | 17,927 | 29.3% |
| 2023 | 14,114 | 29.1% |
| 2024 | 10,769 | 29.1% |
| 2025 | 8,061 | 28.7% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Vectra
Before buying a 2007 Vauxhall Vectra, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 15.9% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (15.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (14.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (13.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Vauxhall Vectras pass their MOT?
70.5% of the 73,898 2007 Vauxhall Vectra MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Vauxhall Vectra?
Suspension, recorded in 15.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (14.2%).
Does the 2007 Vectra get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 23.4% in the 0-30k band to 30.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 73,898 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.